During the second session on the second day of the fifth Test in Dharamsala, India maintained their advantage, extending their lead past 150 runs with an unbroken 97-run partnership between Sarfaraz Khan (56*) and Devdutt Padikkal (44*). This came after the dismissals of centurions Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill.

Facing some reverse swing, England aimed to capitalize on the fall of two quick wickets, but Padikkal's aggressive strokeplay, including streaky boundaries, surprised the opposition. Sarfaraz also accelerated, displaying a liking for England's spinners and playing audacious shots against the pace attack.

Ben Stokes provided England with a crucial breakthrough, dismissing Rohit Sharma with a delivery that straightened to disturb the off pole. James Anderson then got the better of Shubman Gill, beating him on the inside edge with a nip-backer. However, Padikkal and Sarfaraz's counterattacking stand nullified England's hopes, ensuring India's dominance in the game.

With India at 376/3, leading by 158 runs, they look to strengthen their position in the final session.